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Pre Sea Rating Program

Syllabus for 3-month Pre-Sea Rating Course

The syllabus for a 3-month Pre-Sea Rating Course typically covers a wide range of subjects and practical training to prepare students for entry-level positions in the maritime industry. Here's a general outline of what the syllabus might include:

  1. Basic Safety Training (BST):
    • Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
    • Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FPFF)
    • Elementary First Aid (EFA)
    • Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR)
  2. Maritime English:
    • Communication skills
    • Maritime terminology
    • Writing skills for maritime documentation
  3. Basic Seamanship:
    • Knot tying and rope work
    • Deck operations
    • Use of maritime equipment
  4. Ship Familiarization:
    • Introduction to different types of vessels
    • Understanding ship structures and terminology
    • Safety procedures on board
  5. Navigational Watchkeeping:
    • Introduction to navigation equipment
    • Watchkeeping duties and responsibilities
    • Collision regulations (COLREGs)
  6. Engineering Fundamentals:
    • Introduction to marine engineering
    • Basic engine room operations
    • Maintenance tasks
  7. Cargo Handling:
    • Introduction to cargo operations
    • Cargo securing and handling techniques
    • Safety precautions during cargo operations
  8. Health and Hygiene:
    • Introduction to maritime health regulations
    • Personal hygiene practices
    • Disease prevention on board
  9. Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (SCRB):
    • Launching and recovery of lifeboats
    • Use of survival craft equipment
    • Man-overboard procedures
  10. Security Awareness:
    • Introduction to maritime security regulations
    • Threat identification and response
    • Security measures on board
  11. Maritime Law and Regulations:
    • Introduction to international maritime conventions
    • Rights and responsibilities of seafarers
    • Environmental regulations
  12. Practical Training:
    • Firefighting drills
    • Lifeboat drills
    • Emergency response simulations

This syllabus is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of seamanship, navigation, safety procedures, and maritime regulations, preparing them for a career at sea as a deck or engine rating. Specific courses and topics may vary depending on the requirements of the training institution and regulatory authorities.